A high school senior opened a 120-acre bike park in Marble Falls, Texas, featuring 23 trails, funded by donations and investments totaling over $350,000.

The Austin Community College Board of Trustees discussed student success, expansive free tuition programs, and financial integrity, and approved various contracts and appointments during their February 12 meeting.

TxDOT's response to the January winter chill included deploying over 3,000 workers, spreading brine, and updating safety messages to keep Texas roads safe.

Austin to experience a cold weekend with temperatures dropping sharply below normal, and gusty north winds. The Austin Marathon will have a cold start in the low 30s. A warming trend is expected for Presidents' Day.

Governor Abbott appoints Koch, Volleman, Votava, and Locke to the Texas Food System Security and Resiliency Planning Council to strengthen the state's food security.

UT Austin scientists discover a potential new therapy target, SLC25A51, to slow growth in acute myeloid leukemia without harming healthy cells, paving the way for future treatments.

Dr. Molly Beth Malcolm is retiring from her role at Austin Community College District after 12 years, having significantly contributed to the college's expansion and community presence.

Texas high school seniors leading anti-litter projects can apply for a $10,000 scholarship from the Don't mess with Texas® Contest, supported by Ozarka and iHeartMedia.

The Texas Board of Pardons and Paroles is reviewing Daniel Perry's murder conviction, with Gov. Abbott advocating an expedited pardon process. Perry, who claims self-defense, fatally shot protester Garrett Foster in 2020.

Studies uncover high levels of nanoplastics in popular bottled water brands, with uncertain health impacts; researchers explore hydrogel-based filtration to tackle the problem.

Black residents are leaving Austin due to a lack of cultural belonging, alongside affordability issues, impacting the community and retention in the workforce. Local leaders suggest investing in cultural equality to retain the Black population.

Jennifer Lopez announces her "This Is Me...Now" tour with a concert at the Moody Center in Austin, Texas, on July 2. Pre-sale and general sale tickets are available starting February 20 and 23, respectively.

First Lady Cecilia Abbott and the OneStar Foundation have announced the recipients of the 40th annual Governor’s Volunteer Awards, recognizing exceptional Texas volunteers.